If you’ve spent time on the Halogen Software TalentSpace blog in recent months, you may have noticed a lot of discussion around the need for organizations to adopt a more ongoing, forward-thinking approach to talent management. In a nutshell, the next generation of performance management strategies and practices must, without a doubt, have an eye towards strengthening internal talent to support good business outcomes in the present and the future. MORE

Just like day one of TalentSpace Live 2017 , day two of the conference was packed full of incredible insights from the innovators in HR: thought leader guests, the Halogen+Saba team and most importantly, our customers. Bailey from @dogfishbeer "We encouraged managers to insert awkward questions & experiences of failure into 1:1's to build trust" #TSLive17 pic.twitter.com/vc0EQ9TgwC — Halogen Software (@HalogenSoftware) May 3, 2017. MORE

In yesterday’s Advisor , we presented some options for partial or trial retirement and how employers can benefit; today, how such programs can ease the burden for employees as well. In this way, programs that benefit the employee are good for the company. In just 60 minutes, you’ll learn everything you need to know to help your company develop and implement a talent strategy that effectively supports its business goals. MORE

Im included as one of the experts in Halogen Software s latest round of HR Raging Debates , describing my views on: Talent shortage - "In most businesses its the team & community which provide performance, not just individuals.". Technorati Tags: Halogen Software , Raging Debates. In Sensual Company. Presenting with Dave Ulrich and Insights on Behavi. iCIMS iCIMS is the leading provider of talent acquisition software for growing businesses. MORE

Over the past two years, I watched half of our company transition from anxious candidate, to successful employee. They’ll not only be presented with need-to-know information, but also customized information that’s specific to their role and department. Join myself along with Julie Harrison , Product Marketing Manager, and Joanne Wells , Manager, Learning Center of Excellence from Halogen Software on March 23rd for our ‘Ongoing Performance Starts with Onboarding’ webinar. MORE

I'm speaking in the ATL tomorrow - specifically Buckhead - at a small breakfast gathering put together by the good folks at Halogen Software. I like doing this presentation and it's morphed over time. The fact that when lazy, our profession and the hiring managers will replace ability to thrive behaviorally in the job/team/company with likability. MORE

TalentSpace Live, the Halogen customer conference, kicked off yesterday and we have a full recap of day one highlights for you! After a side-splitting introduction from our emcee Steve Patterson , host of CBC Radio’s The Debaters and all-around funny guy, day one kicked off with a welcome from Halogen CEO, Les Rechan, and Saba CEO, Pervez Qureshi, to provide more details to customers about Saba’s acquisition of Halogen. MORE

After all, as companies look to break through barriers of traditional people practices, and as businesses and technology continue to accelerate, the question constantly asked is how can HR and talent strategies keep up ? We will be presenting in two tracks at HRSE16, offering practical insight into how organisations can get ahead of the game to boost retention and engagement in 2017. The HR Summit and Expo 2016 (HRSE16) is just around the corner! MORE

It’s critical to find these, not just for the company’s sake, but for those individuals who are stagnating but want an opportunity to perform at a higher level. When everyone in the company has visibility into the experience and expertise of their colleagues, then they know who to reach out to for mentoring, advice, or even just a few tips. Not every company can do it all, but these are all excellent techniques that can be used to really get to know your talent. MORE

In yesterday’s Advisor , we reviewed the first 17 of our list of 27 management actions that can increase your company’s risk of being sued; today, we present the final 10 manager/supervisor actions that you must be training against. Start on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, with a free interactive webcast from Halogen Software, Selecting a Talent Management Suite: Experts Share the Real Story. Training Halogen Software HR talent management Technology MORE

Tech companies have unsurprisingly led from the front, with early adopters including Microsoft (which abolished its employee evaluation system way back in 2013), Netflix (which turned its back on annual objectives ) and Adobe (who pioneered a ‘check-in’ system as an alternative). Talent management software providers Cognology have seen a 30% higher return on engagement amongst customers adopting a more agile model, which contributes to the financial bottom line. MORE